Jazz News

James McMurtry Free Download Song and Make-Your-Own Video Contest

Source: conqueroo
January 30, 2008

"Cheney's Toy" available in time for Super Tuesday as free mp3 download via eMusic exclusive on Monday February 4

AUSTIN, Texas - Singer/songwriter James McMurtry is once again making a political statement through his music. On his new song “Cheney's Toy", McMurtry picks up where he left off with his controversial anthem “We Can't Make it Here." “Cheney's Toy" reminds us that the war in Iraq is still going on -- with veiled references to Guantanamo and Abu Ghraib and ...

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JazzInvisions: Jazz-Infused Fine Art by Traci A. Loss

Source: Press Dept
January 29, 2008

Traci A. Loss is an emerging artist in the Phoenix West Valley. Her jazz-infused free standing and wall mounted sculptures, and outdoor decor reflect her passion for contemporary and abstract art. She combines both exotic and domestic woods with a variety of metals including brass, copper, steel, and aluminum. Traci currently displays her work locally as well as exhibiting in regional art shows. More about JazzInvisions by Traci A. Loss My evolution as an artist took 46 years. I was ...

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Pat Metheny Trio in Concert Sunday, March 16 Somerville, MA

Source: Sue Auclair Promotions
January 29, 2008

HT Productions will present the Pat Metheny Trio in concert on Sunday, March 16 at the Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, Massachusetts. There will be two shows, one at 5:00 p.m. and one at 8:00 p.m. Tickets at $44.00 and $34.00 go on sale now at the Somerville Theatre Box Office, at all Ticketmaster outlets, on line at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 617/508-931-2000. For more information, call: 617-625-4088. The Somerville Theatre is wheelchair accessible.

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Steve Wilson Inspires Jazz Students

Source: Seth Cohen PR
January 29, 2008

Steve Wilson Focuses on Educating the Next Generation of Aspiring Jazz Artists Residencies, Master Classes and Performances Set for 2008/09 in Easton, PA; Stanislaus/Modesto, CA; Greeley, CO; Indiana, PA; College Park, MD and More Steve Wilson is staying true to his promise of spreading the tradition of Jazz to the next generation of aspiring artists. A number of Educational Workshops have been scheduled for 2008, and more will follow in '09. At Wilson's extensive clinics, he visits a University for ...

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Michael White Quintet Selected as a Semi-Finalist in the 2007 Isc for Two Categories!

Source: All About Jazz
January 29, 2008

Michael White Quintet Selected As a Semi-Finalist In The 2007 ISC For TWO categories! The International Song Competition (ISC) has informed that the songs “Protal III" from “Portal" & “Yolanda" from “This Is Always", both from unreleased albums, have been selected as semi-finallist's songs in the Instrumental category and in the Jazz Category respectively. Michael White Quintet had won the Second Place in the Jazz category with the song “Mechanical Man" from CD “Voices" last year. ...

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The Festival International de Jazz de Montral Wins the Prestigious 2007 Silver Adrian Award

Source: Braithwaite & Katz Communications
January 29, 2008

Montreal, Monday, January 28, 2008 -- The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International presented the prestigious Silver Adrian Award 2007 to the Festival International de Jazz de Montral during a ceremony held today in New York. This was the 51st anniversary of the Silver Adrian Award, considered a very high distinction in the travel sector. A jury consisting of experts from the domains of hotel management, travel, tourism and media considered no fewer than 1,300 submissions before choosing the Festival ...

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Jill Sobule Turns to Fans to Finance New Don Was-Produced CD

Source: conqueroo
January 29, 2008

Goal is to raise $75K...Don Was is producer

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Singer/songwriter Jill Sobule has made six albums on a variety of labels -- including two that went bankrupt and two that had other problems. So, like many artists nowadays, she made a decision to go the indie route with her next album -- with a twist. She is turning to her fans to help her finance the making of the next record. Sobule's goal is to raise $75,000. ...

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Dan Sistos "In the Midnight Hours" Available Now!

Source: All About Jazz
January 29, 2008

In The Midnight Hours is the highly anticipated debut album by the virtuoso guitarist and composer Dan Sistos. Known for his passionate and impeccable guitar playing, Dan will take you on a musical journey that includes influences from all over the world. From the Spanish “La Mezquita," to the Afro-Cuban “Contigo," to the Mexican “Pocho Jarocho," Dan blends Latin, Classical and Jazz styles to create a fresh and unique sound. Also completing Dan's musical vision is the use of an ...

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